St. Regis Mumbai, India [Master Thread]
Nov 30, 2020, 12:29 pm
#91
Join Date: Feb 2019
Programs: Hilton Gold, Etihad Gold, IHG Platinum, IC Ambasador, Marriott Gold, Taj Gold, Radisson Gold
Posts: 195
After staying here, in my view this is the best hotel in Mumbai. I was given an upgrade to a beauitful suite, and the service was exceptional. 
- Amazing views of Arabian Sea
- Tallest building in Mumbai
- Beautifully decorate suite
- Stunning lobby with amazing pieces of art
- Fantastic food
- Rooftop terrace on 37th floor
- Infinity pool
- Exceptional service
Nov 30, 2020, 6:51 pm
#92
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: May 2012
Location: MCO
Programs: AA, B6, DL, EK, EY, QR, SQ, UA, Amex Plat, Marriott Tit, HHonors Gold
Posts: 12,809
After staying here, in my view this is the best hotel in Mumbai. I was given an upgrade to a beauitful suite, and the service was exceptional.
- Amazing views of Arabian Sea
- Tallest building in Mumbai
- Beautifully decorate suite
- Stunning lobby with amazing pieces of art
- Fantastic food
- Rooftop terrace on 37th floor
- Infinity pool
- Exceptional service
Dec 1, 2020, 2:39 am
#93
Join Date: Feb 2019
Programs: Hilton Gold, Etihad Gold, IHG Platinum, IC Ambasador, Marriott Gold, Taj Gold, Radisson Gold
Posts: 195
My only issue with this hotel (and the 4S as well) is the location. Have you stayed at the Taj and if so what’s your opinion on how these properties compare? In addition to the location the noise at the 4S was also a bit of an issue, sandwiched in between two mosques with loudspeakers on and off all day.
I was actually disappointed with the Taj. The location is amazing - opposite the gateway of India. Apart from that, most things weren't great. The rooms were tired, the breakfast didn't have any fresh juice and we didn't get any recognition as a Taj Gold. I feel like Taj 5* hotels don't match up to the internaional brands.
Dec 28, 2021, 1:10 pm
#95
Join Date: Dec 2021
Programs: QR Plat, UA Plat, DL Gold, Marriot Ambassador, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 4
Definitely go with the St. Regis, they both are in the same general area but as a Marriot Elite, they treat you pretty well. They have upgraded me numerous times as a plat, titanium and ambassador numerous times to caroline astor and above suites. Thats the only downside with 4S. Unless you frequent a property or use FHR they rarely give you an upgrade.
Dec 28, 2021, 1:11 pm
#96
Join Date: Dec 2021
Programs: QR Plat, UA Plat, DL Gold, Marriot Ambassador, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 4
Dec 28, 2021, 2:19 pm
#97
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: SAN, BOS
Programs: AS MVPG100K, BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, Bonvoy Plat,
Posts: 2,282
Definitely go with the St. Regis, they both are in the same general area but as a Marriot Elite, they treat you pretty well. They have upgraded me numerous times as a plat, titanium and ambassador numerous times to caroline astor and above suites. Thats the only downside with 4S. Unless you frequent a property or use FHR they rarely give you an upgrade.
Dec 29, 2021, 2:44 am
#98
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 389
St. Regis is the best in Mumbai right now after Oberoi of course. Recently, finished stay at Four Seasons using FHR though and they definitely recognized that and also got upgraded to higher category room. But the rooms at St. Regis are fresher/newer?
St. Regis also has more dining options also - their new Lebanese place is quite darn good.
St. Regis also has more dining options also - their new Lebanese place is quite darn good.
Dec 29, 2021, 11:51 pm
#99
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SEA, but up and down the coast a lot
Programs: Oceanic Airlines Gold Elite
Posts: 20,397
This thread basically sold me on using two of my 2022 AMEX Platinum FHR credits for 2 nights at the St. R (I know, well, when AMEX will give you good SUB offers on the Schwab AND a Gold->Platinum upgrade and you get the popup on a Platinum signup, weeeeellll…), and I used a 2021 credit on two nights at the 4S, so I’ll report back on 4S vs St. R. I’m Marriott Platinum for 2021/2022 with a wind-aided credit card signup, so I hope FHR + status yields some results.
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
Last edited by eponymous_coward; Dec 31, 2021 at 2:42 am
Dec 29, 2021, 11:58 pm
#100
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: SAN, BOS
Programs: AS MVPG100K, BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, Bonvoy Plat,
Posts: 2,282
This thread basically sold me on using two of my 2021 AMEX Platinum FHR credits for 2 nights at the St. R (I know, well, when AMEX will give you good SUB offers on the Schwab AND a Gold->Platinum upgrade and you get the popup on a Platinum signup, weeeeellll…), and I used a 2020 credit on two nights at the 4S, so I’ll report back on 4S vs St. R. I’m Marriott Platinum for 2021/2022 with a wind-aided credit card signup, so I hope FHR + status yields some results.
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
Dec 30, 2021, 2:16 am
#101
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 389
This thread basically sold me on using two of my 2021 AMEX Platinum FHR credits for 2 nights at the St. R (I know, well, when AMEX will give you good SUB offers on the Schwab AND a Gold->Platinum upgrade and you get the popup on a Platinum signup, weeeeellll…), and I used a 2020 credit on two nights at the 4S, so I’ll report back on 4S vs St. R. I’m Marriott Platinum for 2021/2022 with a wind-aided credit card signup, so I hope FHR + status yields some results.
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
It is pretty rare when I can actually stay in these kinds of properties, so this should be a treat…
One good advantage of St. Regis is its in the mall, the mall also has many good restaurants to try + good places for drinks too.
At 4S, definitely recommend going to their rooftop bar AER - best in the city. Amazing views, amazing drinks.
Dec 30, 2021, 2:18 am
#102
Join Date: Jan 2019
Location: SAN, BOS
Programs: AS MVPG100K, BAEC Gold, Hilton Diamond, Bonvoy Plat,
Posts: 2,282
Both will be amazing. The Eggs Benedict at 4S was so good I had it for breakfast both days we stayed there. St. Regis breakfast/lunch/dinner buffet at their Seven Kitchens restaurant is probably unmatched in Mumbai at the moment. The variety and options are great. If you are there on a Sunday, their Sunday brunch is great. Last time my Wife had 2 Lobsters in brunch there!
One good advantage of St. Regis is its in the mall, the mall also has many good restaurants to try + good places for drinks too.
At 4S, definitely recommend going to their rooftop bar AER - best in the city. Amazing views, amazing drinks.
One good advantage of St. Regis is its in the mall, the mall also has many good restaurants to try + good places for drinks too.
At 4S, definitely recommend going to their rooftop bar AER - best in the city. Amazing views, amazing drinks.
Dec 30, 2021, 3:29 am
#103
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SEA, but up and down the coast a lot
Programs: Oceanic Airlines Gold Elite
Posts: 20,397
Right now there’s rumblings of large public gatherings being banned, we’ll have to see where this goes as far as actual tourism. My plans for getting around the city mostly involve taxis, Uber, or hotel house cars.
Jan 2, 2022, 12:53 pm
#104
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 389
Both Hotels are very close to each other. St. Regis is better as being next to the Mall, more taxis, Uber available. Most people know the mall itself, so easy to get back to the hotel.
Jan 6, 2022, 12:11 am
#105
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: SEA, but up and down the coast a lot
Programs: Oceanic Airlines Gold Elite
Posts: 20,397
My FHR upgrade at the 4S was to a standard room with a view. My upgrade at the St. R (FHR + Platinum) was to this. I think the St. Regis wins this.
